Litigation Lawyer / Legal Executive

Litigation Lawyer/Legal Executive, 3 to 5 years PQE, £55,000 to £65,000, Bedfordshire. This is an unmissable opportunity for an experienced litigator to join a highly reputable, national firm. You will join a team of exceptional people, who have benefited from high level training and have a wealth of experience. Contact Kate Stubbs at eNL on 020 # # or email # with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. Job Ref:9173.

LITIGATION SOLICITOR/LEGAL EXECUTIVE:

This is a role for an experienced Litigation Lawyer with contentious probate experience (desirable) and a thorough understanding of the CPR, SRA policies and relevant codes of practice is essential. The role will involve:

1. Managing your own caseload
2. Conducting pre-claim investigation
3. Legal research and initial case assessments
4. Advising clients on contentious matters
5. Drafting pleadings, statements of case and pre-issue documentation and filing with the court
6. Attending court and conferences with or without counsel
7. Organising exhibits, documents, evidence, and briefs
8. Supporting other fee earners on large and complex claims
9. Supervising junior colleagues

It is essential that you have exceptional communication skills, work well within a team environment, and are confident supervising more junior members of the team. You should also have business development experience and be keen to assume networking and BD responsibilities. There is a substantial remuneration package on offer for the right candidate to include a competitive salary, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and a bonus scheme.

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